Synercid - Quinupristin/dalfopristin - Injectable Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Synercid.
• Synercid
• kwih-new-PRISS-tin/DAL-foh-priss-tin

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, swelling and pain at the injection site, itching, and headache may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of.

Read Before Using Synercid (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, including.

Synercid Storage Instructions

• Before mixing, store the drug in the refrigerator at 36 to 46 degrees F (2 to 8 degrees C).
• The mixed solution should not be frozen.
• After mixing the medication in the correct IV solution (dextrose 5% in water), the product is stable at room temperature (below 86 degrees F or 30 degrees C) for 5 hours or stored in the refrigerator (36 to 46 degrees F or 2 to 8 degrees C) for 2 days.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist to establish a new dosing schedule.

Usage Instructions

• Give this medication by vein (IV) over 1 hour in a dextrose solution (5% Dextrose in Water).
• Usually, this drug is used for at least 7 days; or use as directed by your doctor.
• Because this product does not contain preservatives, it must be prepared in a laminar air flow hood as close as possible to each dose.
• Do not prepare this drug and save for later use.
• Follow all instructions for proper mixing and dilution with the correct IV fluids.
• Ask your pharmacist if you have questions regarding the use of this medication.
• Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration.
• If any of these are present, do not use the drug.
• If more that one drug is to be given through the same IV line, the IV line should be flushed before and after use with a dextrose solution (5% Dextrose in Water).
• Do not give other IV drugs together with this medication without flushing the IV line.
• Antibiotics work best when the amount of the medicine in your body is kept at a constant level.
• Therefore, use this drug at the same time each day.
• Continue to use this drug until all has been used even if symptoms disappear after a few days.
• Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow, which may result in a relapse of the infection.
• Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve in 7 to 10 days.
• Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely.
• Consult your pharmacist.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include trouble breathing, vomiting, tremors, and loss of coordination.

Synercid Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only.
• Do not use it later for another infection unless told to do so by your doctor.
• A different medication may be necessary in those cases.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests will be performed to monitor your progress.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is a combination antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections that have not responded to treatment with other antibiotics.